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Wisconsin voters soundly rejected two constitutional amendments that sought to give lawmakers input on how some federal money is spent rather than leaving that solely up to the governor. Meanwhile, Rebecca Cooke won a three-way Dem primary to take on freshman U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, in the 3rd CD. And Tony Wied won a three-way GOP primary to face Dem Kristin Lyerly in the open 8th CD.
Freshman GOP Rep. Nate Gustafson, of Fox Crossing, defeated 12-year incumbent Michael Schraa, of Oshkosh, today after the two were paired in the same district under the new maps. Meanwhile, Rep. Elijah Behnke beat state Rep. Peter Schmidt in their GOP primary for the 6th AD after he decided to run for that district rather than the one he was drawn into under the new maps.
Trump-endorsed Tony Wied declared victory tonight in 8th CD GOP primary and will face Dem Kristin Lyerly in November.
State Rep. John Spiros beat fellow Marshfield Republican Rep. Donna Rozar in a three-way GOP primary for the 86th AD.
Eau Claire nonprofit leader Rebecca Cooke will face U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, after securing victory today in a contentious Dem primary for western Wisconsin’s 3rd CD.
State Sen. Dan Knodl, R-Germantown, easily beat state Rep. Janel Brandtjen, R-Menomonee Falls, today to advance his return to the Assembly.
Voters today rejected both constitutional amendment questions, which aimed to give the Legislature more control over spending federal funds.
In response to the victory of Representative Ryan Clancy over challenger Jarrod Anderson, Wisconsin Working Families Party State Director Corrine Rosen said: “Now that we’ve finally un-rigged the legislature from Republican control, it’s more important than ever to build an
MADISON, Wis. — “The road to a secure border and prosperous economy begins here in Wisconsin. After twenty-five years in Washington, Tammy Baldwin has nothing to offer voters except more inflation and instability. Thanks to Wisconsin Republicans, working families will finally
DSCC releases new digital video on Hovde: “California Jerk” Following Wisconsin’s Senate primary, today, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) released the following statement and digital video, “California Jerk,” on Eric Hovde. Last week the DSCC launched its first TV
NRSC Chairman Steve Daines released the following statement congratulating Eric Hovde on his victory in the Wisconsin Senate primary: “Congratulations to Eric Hovde on his victory in tonight’s primary. Tammy Baldwin has spent 25 years in D.C. rubber-stamping the failed,
“Southeast Wisconsin families trust Peter Barca to stand up for them because that’s what he’s done his entire life. From the State Assembly to Congress to the Evers Administration, Peter has delivered billions in tax relief, protected workers, and taken
MADISON, Wis. — This morning, before becoming the GOP nominee for Senate, Eric Hovde went on a conservative podcast to promote a conspiracy theory that the deaths of Freddie Gray, Michael Brown, and Trayvon Martin were political stunts by Democrats to manufacture
Harris for President Wisconsin Communications Director Brianna Johnson released the following statement in response to JD Vance’s plan to speak in Milwaukee on Friday, August 16. This will be JD Vance’s first appearance in Milwaukee since Trump chose him as
MADISON, Wis. — Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on the Wisconsin primary: “Tonight, I’m honored to receive the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate to continue our fight to lower costs for Wisconsin families, stand up for American jobs and manufacturing,
Since the 1930’s Wisconsin’s governor has had constitutional authority to accept and direct federal funds sent to the state. It is the Governor’s responsibility to direct the funds to the appropriate state agency. The Wisconsin NAACP supports, approves, and endorses the current
Yesterday, the DNC launched its first paid advertising campaign since the announcement of the Harris-Walz ticket, blanketing the Las Vegas Strip and 80 billboards across seven key battleground states with a new contrast ad that sends a clear message to
Tech Hub slated to create 30,000 jobs in Wisconsin, $9 billion economic impact in first 10 years MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes toured Accuray in Madison,
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) is disappointed but not surprised by the continued march by the two “major” parties towards partisan tribalism and political extremism. In spite of polling and election results that show that a significant percentage of Americans are screaming for an end to populism and game show politics, th…
We are the only media game in town for anyone who isn’t a doctrinaire progressive.
Wisconsin voters soundly rejected two constitutional amendments that sought to give lawmakers input on how some federal money is spent rather than leaving that solely up to the governor. Meanwhile, Rebecca Cooke won a three-way Dem primary to take on freshman U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, in the 3rd CD. And Tony Wied won a three-way GOP primary to face Dem Kristin Lyerly in the open 8th CD.
Freshman GOP Rep. Nate Gustafson, of Fox Crossing, defeated 12-year incumbent Michael Schraa, of Oshkosh, today after the two were paired in the same district under the new maps. Meanwhile, Rep. Elijah Behnke beat state Rep. Peter Schmidt in their GOP primary for the 6th AD after he decided to run for that district rather than the one he was drawn into under the new maps.
Trump-endorsed Tony Wied declared victory tonight in 8th CD GOP primary and will face Dem Kristin Lyerly in November.
State Rep. John Spiros beat fellow Marshfield Republican Rep. Donna Rozar in a three-way GOP primary for the 86th AD.
Eau Claire nonprofit leader Rebecca Cooke will face U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden, R-Prairie du Chien, after securing victory today in a contentious Dem primary for western Wisconsin’s 3rd CD.
State Sen. Dan Knodl, R-Germantown, easily beat state Rep. Janel Brandtjen, R-Menomonee Falls, today to advance his return to the Assembly.
Voters today rejected both constitutional amendment questions, which aimed to give the Legislature more control over spending federal funds.
In response to the victory of Representative Ryan Clancy over challenger Jarrod Anderson, Wisconsin Working Families Party State Director Corrine Rosen said: “Now that we’ve finally un-rigged the legislature from Republican control, it’s more important than ever to build an Assembly that fights for us, not corporate lobbyists. For years,
MADISON, Wis. — “The road to a secure border and prosperous economy begins here in Wisconsin. After twenty-five years in Washington, Tammy Baldwin has nothing to offer voters except more inflation and instability. Thanks to Wisconsin Republicans, working families will finally have a true champion on the ballot in Eric Hovde this November.” —WisGOP
DSCC releases new digital video on Hovde: “California Jerk” Following Wisconsin’s Senate primary, today, the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee (DSCC) released the following statement and digital video, “California Jerk,” on Eric Hovde. Last week the DSCC launched its first TV ad against Hovde, “OC.” From DSCC spokesman Tommy Garcia: “California Banker
NRSC Chairman Steve Daines released the following statement congratulating Eric Hovde on his victory in the Wisconsin Senate primary: “Congratulations to Eric Hovde on his victory in tonight’s primary. Tammy Baldwin has spent 25 years in D.C. rubber-stamping the failed, far-left agenda that created an open border, skyrocketing prices, and
“Southeast Wisconsin families trust Peter Barca to stand up for them because that’s what he’s done his entire life. From the State Assembly to Congress to the Evers Administration, Peter has delivered billions in tax relief, protected workers, and taken on special interests. That’s exactly how he’ll lead in Congress
MADISON, Wis. — This morning, before becoming the GOP nominee for Senate, Eric Hovde went on a conservative podcast to promote a conspiracy theory that the deaths of Freddie Gray, Michael Brown, and Trayvon Martin were political stunts by Democrats to manufacture outrage in the Black community. In the shocking and blatantly
Harris for President Wisconsin Communications Director Brianna Johnson released the following statement in response to JD Vance’s plan to speak in Milwaukee on Friday, August 16. This will be JD Vance’s first appearance in Milwaukee since Trump chose him as the vice presidential nominee – a choice Trump believes doesn’t matter. “While
MADISON, Wis. — Tammy Baldwin released the following statement on the Wisconsin primary: “Tonight, I’m honored to receive the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate to continue our fight to lower costs for Wisconsin families, stand up for American jobs and manufacturing, and restore our reproductive freedoms. While I am running to
Since the 1930’s Wisconsin’s governor has had constitutional authority to accept and direct federal funds sent to the state. It is the Governor’s responsibility to direct the funds to the appropriate state agency. The Wisconsin NAACP supports, approves, and endorses the current process of receiving federal funds and rejects the constitutional amendments. Under
Yesterday, the DNC launched its first paid advertising campaign since the announcement of the Harris-Walz ticket, blanketing the Las Vegas Strip and 80 billboards across seven key battleground states with a new contrast ad that sends a clear message to voters: Vice President Harris and Governor Tim Walz are fighting
Tech Hub slated to create 30,000 jobs in Wisconsin, $9 billion economic impact in first 10 years MADISON, WI – Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) Secretary and CEO Missy Hughes toured Accuray in Madison, a leading company in the biohealth sector, to underscore the
The Libertarian Party of Wisconsin (LPWI) is disappointed but not surprised by the continued march by the two “major” parties towards partisan tribalism and political extremism. In spite of polling and election results that show that a significant percentage of Americans are screaming for an end to populism and game show politics, th… Please log in to access subscriber content. If you don’t